Élodie Ouédraogo

Belgian sprinter and Olympic athlete

Élodie Ouédraogo - Belgian sprinter and Olympic athlete
Born

February 27th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Belgium

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Competed in sprinting events, primarily the 100 meters and 200 meters. Represented Belgium in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Achieved multiple medals at the European Athletics Championships. Excelled in both individual and relay events, contributing to the national team.

Competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympics

Won bronze in the 200 meters at the 2006 European Athletics Championships

Achieved success in the 4x100 meters relay at various championships

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